F/A-18 Hornet crashes in Washington state, wildfire subsequently reported
A pilot safely ejected from an F/A-18 Hornet on Saturday after experiencing an aviation mishap 55 miles southeast of Seattle, Washington, according to the U.S. Marine Corps. The jet, assigned to Marine Aircraft Group 11, 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing, was conducting a routine training exercise when it crashed, the service confirmed. “The cause of the mishap is currently under investigation,” the Marine...[Read More]
Navy Designates Hazard Areas, Authorizes Premium Pay for Civil Service Mariners
NORFOLK, VA – Recognizing the indispensable role and daily dangers faced by Civil Service Mariners (CIVMARs), the U.S. Navy has officially designated several key maritime regions as hazard areas, authorizing premium pay when operating in these dangerous waters.
Rethinking Sailors and CVN RCOH: Navy Leverages Industry Contracts to Reclaim Up to 1 Million Sailor Man-Hours
The Navy Quality of Service Cross-Functional Team (QoS CFT) and PAE Maritime’s In-Service Aircraft Carrier Program Office (PMS 312) are changing how the Navy does business for the execution of aircraft carrier Refueling and Complex Overhaul (RCOH), beginning with USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75).
U.S. 2nd Fleet and International Partners Commence Fleet Exercise 250
NORFOLK, Va. (June 15, 2026) – Ships from 17 allied and partner nations arrived to Naval Station Norfolk in preparation for Fleet Exercise (FLEETEX) 250, June 14-15.
Iran, US agree to halt war and reopen Hormuz
The United States and Iran have reportedly agreed to terms to end their war and reopen the Strait of Hormuz, news that brought relief to markets — although the pact may hinge on an end to hostilities in Lebanon and defers talks on Tehran’s nuclear program. While still a framework, the deal marked the biggest breakthrough towards resolving the conflict that has killed thousands and upended energy m...[Read More]
US Naval Forces Africa Commander Visits Tunisia to Strengthen Maritime Security Partnership
Adm. George M. Wikoff, commander of U.S. Naval Forces Africa (NAVAF), visited Tunisia June 8, underscoring the growing strength of the U.S.–Tunisia maritime security partnership in North Africa and the Mediterranean.
Navy to commission tech leaders as officers for Navy Innovation Unit
The U.S. Navy announced an expedited recruiting pipeline to bring technology experts into the service to help build innovative products at scale. The service is seeking professionals from the commercial sector and offering them direct commissions as an officer in the Navy Reserve in exchange for their expertise. “This highly skilled unit will also include Navy Reserve sailors who will rapidly fiel...[Read More]
Only 1 in 4 F-35s is fully mission capable, GAO finds
The F-35 Lightning II Joint Strike Fighter’s readiness rates continued to decline through fiscal 2025, with the fleet’s full mission capable rate falling to 25%, according to a new Government Accountability Office report released Thursday. The mission capable rate, which measures the percentage of time aircraft can perform at least one of their tasked missions, dropped from 67% in fiscal 2021 to 4...[Read More]
As tick threat grows, Navy lab investigates ‘gummy bear’ bug repellent
As the U.S. enters peak season for mosquitoes and a summer that could be “the worst … in memory” for disease-carrying ticks, a new bug repellent solution that may make it easier to stay protected is sitting on the shelf in a Navy lab, awaiting investment. The polymer-based material, described by researchers as having a “gummy bear” consistency, offers a way to weave the widely used and...[Read More]
‘Sounds like a mutiny’: Secret recording exposes claims of toxic leadership after a Marine’s suicide
Editor’s note: This article first appeared on The War Horse, an award-winning nonprofit news organization educating the public on military service. Subscribe to their newsletter. This report contains discussion of suicide. Troops, veterans and family members experiencing suicidal thoughts can call the 24-hour Suicide and Crisis Lifeline at 988 and dial 1, text 838255 or visit VeteransCrisisLine.ne...[Read More]
Navy to reevaluate religious accommodations for facial hair
The U.S. Navy announced that it is implementing new procedures to redetermine whether individuals will be granted religious waivers to grow facial hair that doesn’t adhere to military grooming standards. The reevaluation applies to all active and reserve sailors with approved or pending religious accommodations for waivers allowing facial hair styles, as well as those looking to revisit requests f...[Read More]
Powering the Mission: NPS Students Advance Energy Resilience, Security Through Microgrid Research
MONTEREY, Calif. — Naval Postgraduate School (NPS) students and faculty gathered, May 28, for the Microgrid Innovations Research Center (MIRC) Spring 2026 Workshop and Student Research Showcase on the NPS campus, highlighting student-led research addressing the U.S. Department of War’s (DOW) growing need for secure, resilient energy systems.